12 Places to See the Top Sports Events of 2013 ...

By Neecey

12 Places to See the Top Sports Events of 2013 ...

If you love sports and travel, there really are some fabulous places to see the top sports events of 2013. The thing about the world’s greatest sporting spectacles is that they take place in incredible arenas and stadiums, and these tend to be in the world’s great cities. Look out for the ones where you can cheer on your sporting heroes among these places to see the top sports events of 2013.

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IIHF World Hockey Championships, May 3 - 19th

IIHF World Hockey Championships, May 3 - 19th The World Hockey Championships return to Scandinavia as Helsinki, Finland, and Stockholm, Sweden, host over two weeks of the best hockey action in the world. The Scandinavian countries are lovely places to see the top sports events of 2013 as the historic city of Stockholm offers a treasure trove of historical sites, dedicated to the great Gustav Adolphus, and Helsinki has its own grand attractions like the Helsinki Cathedral.

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Indianapolis 500, May 25 - 26th

Indianapolis 500, May 25 - 26th No list of the top sports events of 2013 would be complete without the Indianapolis 500. This 500-mile race is known as The Greatest Spectacle in Racing and brings over 250,000 spectators every year to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Indianapolis itself is a charming city. Lovely urban spaces like Monument Circle and Indiana War Memorial Plaza, standout buildings and interestingly unique neighborhoods will make for an interesting visit.

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French Open, May 26th - June 9th

French Open, May 26th - June 9th Paris will always be one of the best destinations for sports events of 2013. Also known as the Roland Garros, this is the feeding ground of Rafael Nadal. The clay court sets the scene of what could be a record eighth French Open title for the Spaniard. In between matches, Paris has so much to offer. Relax in some of the street cafes in the center of the city, or see some of the familiar sites like the Louvre, Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe.

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US Open Golf, June 13 - 16th

US Open Golf, June 13 - 16th The US Open also gains a place on the list of places to see the top sports events of 2013, as this historical event has foreshadowed the rise of some of the world’s greatest golfers. This year Webb Simpson defends the title he won in 2012 by just one shot. Greats like Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy will also be chasing the title at the Merion Course in Philadelphia. Whilst here, don’t forget to visit the largest collection of impressionist art in the world with a trip to The Barnes Foundation Museum and The Barnes Arboretum in Merion.

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Royal Ascot, June 18 - 22nd

Royal Ascot, June 18 - 22nd Royal Ascot is an 18th century racecourse holding 9 of the Grade 1 UK horse races. A top 2013 sporting getaway, this festival features some of the top horses in the world. In 2011, for example, Frankel continued his legendary unbeaten run and the Australian wonder Black Caviar also won a victory. Thursday’s Ladies Day is the ideal day to dress up in the latest fashions and feel fantastic. Get lucky and you might even find you and your dress being featured live on TV, but don’t forget to sport a spectacular hat to really get noticed.

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Wimbledon, June 24th - July 7th

Wimbledon, June 24th - July 7th The oldest major tennis tournament in the world always commands a strong showing as celebrities like Paul McCartney and David Beckham turn up to see stars like Roger Federer and Andy Murray fight for one of the most prestigious majors in sport. Sit on center court and indulge in strawberries and cream, before returning to your hotel and enjoying some of the sites in and around London. A visit to Henry VIII’s former palace at nearby Hampton Court is a must!

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Tour De France, June 29th - July 21st

Tour De France, June 29th - July 21st The best sporting destinations in 2013 will always include the Tour de France. 2013 celebrates the 100th running of the event, which covers more than 2,000 miles of ground. This year, you can pay a visit to the tranquil beaches of Corsica, where a part of the event will be staged. Return to Paris and explore the Champs-Élysées before cheering on the winner as they come flying up towards the finish line.

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Rugby Union British and Irish Lions Australia Tour, June 1st - July 6th

Rugby Union British and Irish Lions Australia Tour, June 1st - July 6th Making its return after a decade-long hiatus, the British and Irish Lions invade Australia again to take on one of the mightiest rugby union teams on the planet. Australia is one of the ideal places to see the top sports events of 2013 as you’re treated to sun, sea, and excitement. Tour alongside the teams and you’ll find yourself viewing the Harbour Bridge in Sydney or the beaches of Melbourne, as well as forging unforgettable memories in Newcastle, Perth, Brisbane, and Canberra.

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World Championships in Athletics, August 10 - 18th

World Championships in Athletics, August 10 - 18th Held every two years, the 2013 World Championships in Athletics descends on Moscow, Russia. This is one of the best sporting destinations in 2013 as it takes you to a city known for its culture and history. Gaze upon the Kremlin and explore the vastness of Red Square, where some of the most powerful leaders of the eastern world once walked. And enjoy such events as the men’s marathon and the sprints where Usain Bolt will attempt to gain yet another clean sweep of gold medals.

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FIBA Americas Championship, August 30th - September 11th

FIBA Americas Championship, August 30th - September 11th The American Basketball Championship is a two-year culmination of sweat and determination for the teams of the Americas. With champions Argentina looking to defend their title, they’ll have a lot of work to do against a strong United States team. Whilst in Caracas, Venezuela, for the event, take in some of the sights and sounds of the city. There’s the tranquil East Park designed by Brazilian Roberto Burle Marx and the venerated National Pantheon, to name just a few things.

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Berlin Marathon, September 29th

Berlin Marathon, September 29th Although not as big as Boston and London, Berlin will still be one of the great sporting events of 2013. This year will be the 40th run and will be watched by 1 million spectators who line the fabulous streets of the German capital. The course is dubbed the fastest marathon course in the world, as most marathon world records for both men and women have been set on it. And, if you’re in the city for the marathon, you can see events- the Saturday before the run, 8,000 inline skaters race the course, which runs around some of Berlin’s famous streets like Tiergarten and sights like the Brandenburg Gate.

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The Ashes, 28th November - January 2014

The Ashes, 28th November - January 2014 For a highly charged 2013 sports vacation, take yourself away from the winter blues and head on down to the scorching heat of Australia. Cricket tests between England and Australia will take place in Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Melbourne, and Sydney. During your visit, why not experience some of what the Australian landscape has to offer, such as scuba diving in the warm waters of Melbourne or bushwalking in the outback?

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